Hiring: Remote Forensic Civil/Structural Engineer (PE or SE) Company: talisman Location: California, United States Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 12:29:08 Employment Type: Full-time / Remote About the job Experience: •7+ years of experience in forensic engineering, structural design, or construction Required Skills: •Roughly 40% field inspections, 60% remote analysis and report writing. You'll have real autonomy, meaningful work, and a team that has your back. •Candidates in the following cities are highly encouraged to apply! •San Diego · Newport Beach · Irvine · Pasadena · Sacramento · El Segundo · Lakewood · Woodland Hills · Long Beach · San Francisco · Downtown Los Angeles · Anaheim •Investigate the origin and cause of structural failures, construction defects, seismic damage assessment, water intrusion, storm and fire damage, and foundation issues •Conduct field inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings - including roofs, scaffolding, and enclosed spaces •Prepare clear, well-reasoned reports and letters for clients, attorneys, and carriers •Research failure modes, applicable building codes, and repair/remediation options •Serve as or support expert witnesses in litigation matters (senior level) Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program •Active PE or SE license in California (or ability to obtain one) •2–7+ years of experience in forensic engineering, structural design, or construction •Strong grasp of building codes, construction methods, and failure analysis •Excellent written and verbal communication - your reports tell the story •Comfort with local and regional travel and working in varied field conditions •A genuine sense of curiosity - you want to know what went wrong and why •Expert witness, litigation or deposition experience •Background in construction defect evaluation or hazard/damage assessment •Exposure to healthcare, k-12 schools, labs, commercial and residential structures. Compensation: •$120,000 - $165,000 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •Medical, dental, and vision insurance Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!